Published 9 June 2026 Categories Science | Health | Research A 92-year-old woman from North Yorkshire has become the first UK patient to receive a pioneering robotic-assisted treatment for a liver tumour which previously had no viable options.
Published 4 June 2026 Categories Environment | Research A major trial of e-cargo bikes which saw dozens of families use them for shopping, leisure and commuting shows they have the potential to reduce car use and improve health, say researchers.
Published 1 June 2026 Categories Research New railways could hold the key to cleaner, cheaper heating, through using underground tunnels as a heat source.
Published 1 June 2026 Categories News | Working with business A à½à½AV degree apprentice says the ‘learn while you earn’ route was invaluable in gaining a national award at the age of 22.
Published 27 May 2026 Categories Research | Global | Health Leeds researcher Dr Shaunna Burke has become the first woman with stage four incurable cancer to summit Mount Everest, after reaching the peak at 3am on Saturday 23 May.
Published 27 May 2026 Categories Research A à½à½AV researcher whose work has improved the lives of thousands of cancer patients around the world has been presented with a prestigious lifetime achievement award.Â
Published 21 May 2026 Categories Health A new osteoarthritis medication has been shown to greatly relieve knee pain and boost mobility following a successful breakthrough trial.
Published 20 May 2026 Categories Global à½à½AV research partnerships are driving progress towards cleaner cities, healthier communities and stronger environmental policies in India.
Published 20 May 2026 Categories University Irish President Catherine Connolly returned to the à½à½AV for the first time since she graduated, as part of her first official visit to England.
Published 19 May 2026 Categories Alumni As Frankie Dunn moves into the semi-final stage of MasterChef UK, we learn about her love of cooking, cooking for housemates during her student days, and her experience on the reality TV show.
Published 19 May 2026 Categories Research Managed burning on moorland in the UK led to millions of people being exposed to unsafe levels of fine particulate pollution, according to research led by the à½à½AV and the RSPB.
Published 14 May 2026 Categories Working with our region The University is hosting its free flagship family event Be Curious – when the campus opens its doors and welcomes in children from across the region.
Published 13 May 2026 Categories Global A PhD student says attending the Beijing à½à½AV Forum of Colour and Vision Science has reaffirmed her belief that researchers and the industry are working together to answer pressing questions.
Published 11 May 2026 Categories Working with business | Business & Economy Students' business ideas - ranging from an AI powered personal stylist to a smarter nutrition app - have been dissected by industry experts.
Published 8 May 2026 Categories University Leeds has been named University of the Year at the Education North Awards, which celebrate excellence, innovation and impact across higher and further education in the North of England.